Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport

What Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport does

Gdańsk Lech Walesa Airport (Port Lotniczy Gdańsk im. Lecha Wałęsy Sp. z o.o.) is a privately-held Polish regional international airport and the third largest in Poland by passenger volume. Founded in 1993 and headquartered at ul. Słowackiego 200 in Gdańsk, the airport operates as the primary aviation gateway for northern Poland's Tricity metropolitan area (Gdańsk-Sopot-Gdynia) and the broader Pomerania region. In 2025 the airport served 7,393,016 passengers across 61,554 flight operations, with 98 regular routes to 27 European countries operated by 11 commercial airlines.

The airport's product portfolio is organized around four pillars: (1) aeronautical infrastructure and fees — landing, navigation, and fuel charges to airlines, plus ILS Category III B navigation (the most modern in Poland, operational since 2021) and Terminal T2 with West Pier expansion in progress; (2) ground handling, hangar, catering, and technical services for aircraft operators; (3) premium passenger services — Fast Track (50 PLN), Executive Lounge (150 PLN), and VIP Zone (from 500 PLN); and (4) non-aeronautical commercial activities including parking (operated via Interparking partnership), Airport City Gdańsk commercial real estate, advertising, retail, dining, and conference facilities. Recent technology investments include EDSCB C3 3D CT baggage scanners (PLN 9M+, deployed July 2026), CCTV surveillance, FIDS, and a 'Silent Airport' operational model launched January 2025.

Revenue is generated primarily through transaction-based fees (airport charges per landing/operation, passenger service fees, parking, premium services) plus advertising and commercial leases. The customer base is highly concentrated in two low-cost carriers — Wizz Air (44.2% passenger share in 2025, rising to 46.9% in Q1 2026) and Ryanair (37.1%, with $600M committed investment and 6 based aircraft announced for winter 2026) — with legacy carriers (LOT 4.5%, Lufthansa 4.3%) and new entrant Icelandair adding diversification. The airport reported approximately 80 million PLN in sales profit and 62.5 million PLN net profit for full-year 2025, with Q1 2026 delivering 13.983 million PLN sales profit and 12.997 million PLN net profit, reflecting 7.1% passenger growth and 14% flight operations growth year-over-year.

Name

Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport

Legal name

Port Lotniczy Gdańsk Sp. z o.o.

Website

https://airport.gdansk.pl

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Gdańsk Lech Walesa Airport is the third largest airport in Poland and largest in northern Poland, serving 7.4M passengers in 2025 across 98 routes to 27 countries. It operates Terminal T2, ground handling services, premium passenger amenities, and Airport City commercial real estate.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Airport Operations

NAICS

Airport Operations (48811)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation Infrastructure Agencies (Public Airports, Airfield Ops, Ground Access) (BPAIALAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Airport Lounges & Premium Passenger Facilities (THABALAA)

Keywords

• Airport operations
• Passenger terminal services
• Aviation ground handling
• Air cargo handling
• Commercial aviation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Gdańsk

HQ country

Poland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Airport Fees: Charges for landing, navigation, and fuel services to airlines operating at the airport
2. Handling Services: Ground handling services including baggage handling, aircraft turnaround, and passenger services
3. Parking Services: Parking facilities with reservation system operated in partnership with Interparking
4. VIP and Premium Services: VIP Zone, Executive Lounge, and Fast Track services for premium passengers
5. Advertising and Commercial Space: Advertising space rental in terminal and on website, retail and commercial space leasing through Airport City Gdańsk
6. Cargo Operations: Freight handling services with 10,997 tons of cargo processed in 2025

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport operates a regional international airport providing passenger terminal processing, aircraft ground handling, hangar, catering, and technical services for airlines, plus premium passenger services (Fast Track, Executive Lounge, VIP Zone), parking, conference facilities, and Airport City commercial real estate. The airport handled 7.39 million passengers in 2025 across 98 routes to 27 European countries operated by 11 airlines, with separate offerings for airline operators (B2B aviation services) and individual travelers (B2C premium and parking services).

Product overview

Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport operates as a regional international airport offering a comprehensive portfolio of passenger and aviation services. The airport provides premium passenger services including Fast Track (expedited security), Executive Lounge, and VIP Zone for travelers seeking comfort and efficiency. Ground operations encompass handling, hangar, catering, and technical services for airlines. Commercial offerings include Airport City office/commercial premises, parking services (via Interparking), car rentals, and conference facilities. The airport operates 24/7 with modern infrastructure including Terminal T2, West Pier expansion, ILS Category III B navigation system, and 3D CT baggage screening technology. Information services include flight information displays, web cameras, and the Live&Travel digital magazine. Aviation documentation is provided through Aeronautical Information Publications (AIP).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fast Track Expedited security screening service allowing passengers to pass through security control quickly without queuing. Priced at 50 PLN gross per passenger. Available for individual travelers and corporate clients booking online or via the airport website.
• Executive Lounge (Salon Executive) Premium all-inclusive lounge in the departure zone offering relaxation and a luxury atmosphere before departure. Priced at 150 PLN gross per passenger. Targeted at business and leisure travelers seeking comfort while waiting for flights.
• VIP Zone (Strefa VIP) Exclusive VIP service including private handling, priority check-in, dedicated lounge access, individual concierge service, and full access to luxury amenities. Priced from 500 PLN gross per passenger. Designed for premium travelers and corporate executives valuing privacy and time efficiency.
• Parking Services Secure on-site parking facilities at the airport with multiple duration-based pricing options, parking comparison tools, and an online reservation system. Operated in partnership with Interparking. Serves departing and arriving passengers as well as meeters/greeters.
• Airport City Gdańsk

Quantifiable outcome

• 7.39 million passengers served in 2025, 10%+ growth
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• IcelandaircoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 18 September 2026Icelandair launching 3x weekly (Mon/Thu/Fri) Boeing 737 MAX 8 service from Gdańsk to Reykjavik Keflavik starting September 18, 2026. Additional Saturday service from October 2026. First Icelandair operation in Poland, with connections to North America via Iceland. First Polish airport served by Icelandair.
• Pomorska Regionalna Organizacja Turystyczna (Pomeranian Regional Tourism Organization)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCo-promoting Iceland connection through joint 'Halló Gdańsk' event in Reykjavik with Icelandair.
• Polska Organizacja Turystyczna (Polish Tourist Organization)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerJoint promotion of Iceland route through tourism marketing initiatives.
• Gdańska Organizacja Turystyczna (Gdańsk Tourist Organization)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSells Fast Track and Executive Lounge services on behalf of airport. Acts as separate data controller for customer data from these sales. Airport validates coupons for service access.
• Dimark and Anglosec ConsortiumcoreTechnology or IntegrationConsortium selected via tender to supply EDSCB C3 3D CT security scanners for carry-on baggage. Dimark (Poznań) and Anglosec (Warsaw) supplying equipment worth over 9 million PLN, installed July 2026.
• InterparkingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOperates parking facilities at airport with reservation system and pricing managed in partnership.

Scale indicators17 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/AirportGdansk
• YouTubeyoutube.com/airportgdansk
• Facebookfacebook.com/AirportGdansk
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gdansk-lech-walesa-airport
• Instagraminstagram.com/airportgdansk

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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